Arthur D. Little (ADL) today announced Dereck Ji has been appointed as the Managing Partner of its China business. With over 30 years of working experience in mainland China, Dereck will join the Shanghai office, where he will assume the role of Managing Partner and join its Strategy & Organization practice.

With a background in the public sector, real estate, ESG and carbon neutrality, city development strategy, urban planning, and regional economic development, Dereck has a wealth of experience. He has worked extensively with Chinese SOEs in corporate strategy & business transformation, and his diverse range of skills will undoubtedly be a valuable asset to the firm. 

Before joining ADL, Dereck worked at PA Consulting, Roland Berger, and EY Parthenon China. In the latter, where he served as Partner and Strategy Leader, he assisted in building a strategy practice. Leading a team of consultants, he delivered numerous projects in city development and regional economic development areas for leading cities in China, including Beijing, Shanghai, Zhengzhou, and Shenyang. Additionally, he has several years of experience at Roland Berger, during which time he was able to effectively establish the public service practice in China, making it the second-largest such practice within the company worldwide.

Ignacio Garcia Alves, Chairman and CEO at ADL, comments: “We are pleased to have Dereck join our team in Shanghai as he brings with him a wealth of expertise and experience in the industry, as well as invaluable insight into the local markets. His vast experience in the public sector, real estate, and sustainability, as well as his extensive work with Chinese SOEs, will undoubtedly strengthen our capabilities in providing top-tier management consultancy services to our clients in China. We are confident that his leadership and vision will make a significant contribution to the growth and success of our firm.”

Dereck Ji, Managing Partner at ADL, adds: “I’m very excited to be joining such a reputable firm and look forward to bringing my skills and expertise to the team. I am hopeful that together as a team, we can deliver high-quality solutions to our clients that address their unique challenges and help them achieve their business objectives."

Dereck has a BA of Economics from the University of International Business & Economics, China; and a Master of Business Administration from the International Institute for Management Development, Switzerland.